Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these important new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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